10 Tips for College-Bound Juniors
Amber Gilsdorf September 21, 2017
college admission,
college applications,
college planning,
junior year
The oft-overlooked key to a successful junior year is keeping one eye on the now and one eye on the future. The now involves focus on your current academic coursework, exciting extracurricular activities, and social/family life. The future encompasses planning for the chapter after high school. The tips below will help juniors and their families approach this exciting year with the right mindset.
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